Comics Over Time

S4E76 - Murdock and Marvel: 2009 Part 1

Published: August 22, 2025

Duration: 1:24:05

Episode 76 - Murdock and Marvel: 2009 Part 1

2009 was a tough year for comics, in that sales declined and a number of stores (nearly 50% in some areas) closed their doors.  Closings of Waldenbooks and other book outlets also made getting product into customers’ hands difficult.  We also saw cover prices rise, even as the recession continued to impact fans ability to spend.

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